1970 Saab Sonett III vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab Sonett III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab Sonett III would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Carina (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Saab Sonett III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Carina (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Saab Sonett III | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | Sonett III | Carina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
